1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | V6 | Carina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |